Professional Practice
A Guide to Indigenous DC: The History and Presence of Native Americans in the Washington Region
Date: 1/27/2022 - 1/27/2022
Location(s): District of Columbia
Description: The National Capital Planning Commission hosts Dr. Elizabeth Rule who will explore the recent history and presence of Native Americans in the Washington region. She will also discuss the Guide to Indigenous DC app she developed that explores the people, places and events linked to Washington’s Native American history. Her presentation will provide a broader understanding of Tribal Nations and how they interact with other levels of governments. Dr. Rule is Assistant Professor of Critical Race, Gender, and Culture Studies at American University. She is an enrolled citizen of the Chickasaw Nation. This online event will be held using Zoom from noon to 1:00 pm. To attend, please RSVP. This event is free and open to public. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request. For more information email info@ncpc.gov or call 202-482-7200.